Question 1

Centered space&#10;A) draws us in&#10;B) immobilizes us&#10;C) pushes us out&#10;D) is invisible

Accepted Answer

Centered space draws us in because it creates a focal point or area of interest that attracts our attention, making us feel invited or compelled to engage with the space or object at the center.

Question 2

Of the four necessities of architecture, which is the most obvious?&#10;A) function&#10;B) spatial relationships&#10;C) technical requirements&#10;D) revelatory requirements

Accepted Answer

technical requirements&#10;

Question 3

The Parthenon is an example of&#10;A) earth-rooted architecture&#10;B) sky-oriented architecture&#10;C) earth-resting architecture&#10;D) earth-dominating architecture

Accepted Answer

earth-rooted architecture&#10;

Question 4

The term axis mundi relates to&#10;A) earth-rooted architecture&#10;B) sky-oriented architecture&#10;C) earth-resting architecture&#10;D) earth-dominating architecture

Accepted Answer

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Question 5

Which of the following materials would more likely be used in earth-rooted architecture?&#10;A) glass&#10;B) steel&#10;C) stone&#10;D) concrete

Accepted Answer

Stone is a natural material that blends well with the environment and is commonly used in earth-rooted architecture for its durability and aesthetic harmony with the landscape.

Question 6

An example of a structure &#34;defying gravity&#34; is&#10;A) Mont-Saint-Michel&#10;B) the Parthenon&#10;C) the Kaufman House&#10;D) the Pantheon

Accepted Answer

Mont-Saint-Michel is an island commune in France that appears to defy gravity due to its unique construction on a rocky island, with its abbey and other structures rising dramatically above the sea.

Question 7

The inner centrality of the Parthenon was considered weak because&#10;A) the outer centrality is so strong&#10;B) the inner space is divided&#10;C) it is so entirely open&#10;D) there are no windows

Accepted Answer

The inner space of the Parthenon is divided, which contributes to the perception of its inner centrality as being weak. This division impacts the spatial coherence and focus of the interior.

Question 8

Sky-oriented architecture may do all of the following, except&#10;A) emphasize or accent the earth around it&#10;B) appear to defy gravity&#10;C) stand high and centered&#10;D) integrate outer and inner light

Accepted Answer

Sky-oriented architecture primarily focuses on the relationship between the structure and the sky, often emphasizing verticality, light integration, and a sense of defying gravity. It does not primarily focus on emphasizing or accenting the earth around it, which is more characteristic of earth-oriented or landscape-integrated architecture.

Question 9

Which of the following is probably the supreme example of earth-dominating architecture in the West?&#10;A) West Wing of the National Gallery of Art&#10;B) Farnsworth house&#10;C) Guggenheim Museum&#10;D) St. Peter's

Accepted Answer

St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City is often considered the supreme example of earth-dominating architecture in the West due to its immense scale, historical significance, and architectural grandeur. It has been a central site of Christian worship and pilgrimage for centuries, showcasing the power and influence of the Catholic Church.

Question 10

Earth-resting buildings usually have&#10;A) spires&#10;B) flat roofs&#10;C) cantilevering structures&#10;D) curving lines

Accepted Answer

Earth-resting buildings typically have flat roofs, which is a characteristic feature that distinguishes them from other architectural styles that might incorporate more elaborate roof structures or designs. Flat roofs facilitate a close relationship with the ground and often reflect a more utilitarian or minimalist approach to design.

Question 11

Which of the following is the feeling of the comfortable positioning of things in the environment?&#10;A) centered space&#10;B) function&#10;C) living space&#10;D) earth rooted

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is the feeling...

Question 12

Which of the following buildings are the most internally centered?&#10;A) Greek-cross buildings&#10;B) Latin-cross buildings&#10;C) skyscrapers&#10;D) buildings in the round

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following buildings are the...

Question 13

The functional necessities of architecture require&#10;A) a division between inner and outer space&#10;B) materials that function together to withstand the gravitational stresses&#10;C) the form of the building to be revelatory of its function or purpose&#10;D) the form of the building to be reflective of the values of the architect and his or her society

Accepted Answer

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Question 14

City planning is viewed from an architectural perspective because&#10;A) most of the problems in city planning relate to buildings&#10;B) the problems relate to the conservation of space and making it available to people&#10;C) the concern of the average city dweller is primarily with his or her home&#10;D) architectural theory provides ready answers for almost all problems

Accepted Answer

The answer of City planning is viewed from an architectural...

Question 15

The Sydney Opera House is an example of&#10;A) earth-resting&#10;B) earth-rooted&#10;C) sky-oriented&#10;D) both earth-resting and sky-oriented

Accepted Answer

The answer of The Sydney Opera House is an example...

Question 16

Explain the &#34;spatial&#34; and &#34;revelatory&#34; functions of architecture using Frank Lloyd Wright'sGuggenheim Museum as your example.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Explain the &#34;spatial&#34; and &#34;revelatory&#34; functions of...

Question 17

What is the difference between &#34;earth-resting' and &#34;earth-rooted&#34; architecture?

Accepted Answer

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Deck 6: Architecture